Can bacterial vaginosis cause complications if you’re pregnant?
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Bacterial vaginosis
In certain circumstances, having bacterial vaginosis can cause complications, such as: BV and surgery If you have untreated BV, the chance of developing an infection of the womb is slightly higher following certain operations (such as termination of pregnancy Abortion or a vaginal hysterectomy Hysterectomy ). If you have untreated BV during.
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Bacterial vaginosis in pregnancy: What you need to know
Bacterial vaginosis - a vaginal infection caused by an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina - can be common when you’re expecting a baby. Although it's not normally dangerous, it has been linked to pregnancy complications. ... Dr Krishna Vakharia, a GP, says: “Bacterial vaginosis doesn't usually cause problems during pregnancy, but there is a link.
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Vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is a mucus or fluid that protects the vagina from bacterial infection. Vaginal discharge is usually heavier during pregnancy, if you're using the contraceptive pill, or are sexually active, but the amount can vary at any time. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) : this is a common cause of vaginal discharge, often with a noticeable fishy.
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What can cause a smelly vagina after sex?
However, if you notice a stronger fishy smelling odour after sex, it could be an infection called bacterial vaginosis (BV) Bacterial vaginosis. BV occurs when the balance in the vaginal ecosystem is disturbed, allowing a bacterium called Gardnerella vaginosis to thrive. These sources of vaginal odours include: Hormonal changes Vaginal odour may.
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Preventing and treating bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) often causes no symptoms, or the symptoms are mild. If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or about to have a gynaecological procedure then you may be advised to get treatment for BV. Pregnancy If you are pregnant Bacterial vaginosis in pregnancy: What you need to know and you are found to have BV then you will.
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Can your pharmacist help you with your sexual health?
Some of the sexual health issues your pharmacist can help with include: Contraception and emergency contraception. Bacterial vaginosis Bacterial vaginosis. Advice and products to help with sexual difficulties such as erectile dysfunction Erectile dysfunction and menopausal Menopause vaginal atrophy. Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs, but.
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